Blane Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Blane is a Scottish name meaning 'yellow' or 'saffron,' derived from the Gaelic word 'blaine.' It evolved from Old Irish through various forms and is linked to the 6th-century Saint Blane. The name has traits of uniqueness and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in Scotland during the medieval period and remains recognized today.
The name Blane is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Blane has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Blane' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3806th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3589th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 918th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1607th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1462nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1733rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3233rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Blane' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Blane"
Pronunciation
/bleɪn/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Blane is derived from the Gaelic word 'blaine,' which means 'yellow' or 'saffron.' It is also associated with the name of a 6th-century Irish saint, Saint Blane.
Meaning
yellow, saffron
Language Evolution
Old Irish: Bláán, Middle Irish: Bláine, Modern Irish: Bláithín
Historical Usage
The name Blane gained popularity in Scotland during the early medieval period, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Blane. It has remained a recognizable name in Scotland and among those of Scottish descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Blaine, Blain, Blayne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Blane is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Blane Galliher, American businessman, Blane K. Allen, American writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Blane"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Blane"
"Blane" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3806th of 7545 | 72 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3589th of 6773 | 78 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 918th of 7552 | 1,252 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1607th of 10718 | 479 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1462nd of 16616 | 886 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1733rd of 24088 | 1,226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3233rd of 23106 | 427 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Blane" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.19% 895th/2227 |
35.31% 858th/2430 |
37.36% 1066th/2853 |
29.77% 826th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
49.26% 1733rd/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.96% 1804th/3685 |
- |
24.05% 1249th/5194 |
34.65% 2189th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.59% 1814th/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
19.95% 1459th/7313 |
47.17% 3520th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
75.30% 3000th/3984 |
- |
42.23% 2881st/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Blane" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Blane"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Blane" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.